Says president's minimum wage move a mistake

4:25 PM,
Jan. 31, 2014

Written by

Fran Burton, Asheville

I am very disappointed to see that President Obama is raising the minimum wage for federal contractors. Historically, raising minimum pay causes an even greater increase in the cost of living, fueling inflation. Prices on everything go up, with zilch to negative financial change for ordinary folks. I recommend the alternative of preparing for an appropriate job and/or living within your means.Minimum wage allows you to economically survive with minimum job preparation and skills. If you want a higher economic level, select an occupation in an area in which there will be jobs and get an ...